The Bellevue Police Department today announced the arrest of a 78-year-old male for possession of child sexual abuse material.
At approximately 1:14 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, Bellevue Officers responded to a welfare check on the 4300 block of 151st Ave SE. Law enforcement was initially unable to make contact with the subject after many attempts at the front door of the residence. However, as Officers made contact with the individual at the back entrance, they witnessed the subject displaying what appeared to be many images of child sexual abuse material on a desk.
The suspect confirmed with Bellevue Police he possessed large quantities of explicit material both at his residence and at a storage facility. Officers immediately placed the subject, identified as Richard Rowlett, into custody, and he was booked in the King County Jail. The department also launched an investigation into this incident following Rowlett’s arrest.
The Bellevue Police Department is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all members of our community – especially children. Bellevue Police are asking any community members who may have additional information about Richard Rowlett to contact the department using the non-emergency line 425-577-5656 or email at BellevuePD@bellevuewa.gov. Additionally, individuals are encouraged to contact police if they believe they are a victim or know someone who may be a victim related to this case.
Any further information about this case will be published via the Bellevue Beat Blog.
Community members can visit the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network’s website (RAINN) if they want to speak with someone confidentially or wish to learn more about how they can help friends or family members who may be victims of sexual assault.
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